Stantec
Principal, Healthcare Mechanical Engineering
Stantec, Sacramento, California, United States, 95828
Principal, Healthcare Mechanical Engineering
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Principal, Healthcare Mechanical Engineering
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Stantec’s Buildings team is on a mission to become the world’s leading integrated design practice. The collaborative culture, innovative approach, and sustainable design help us create buildings that matter worldwide.
In the Phoenix area, as a Principal, Healthcare Mechanical Engineering, you will bring deep knowledge and thought leadership that is client‑facing. You will lead the Stantec Health Sector Engineering practice, contribute to strategic and tactical leadership, build and grow the practice, and advance the overall engineering practice, team growth and development.
Your Key Responsibilities
Business Development/Marketing – approximately 25% of time
Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of healthcare projects, ensuring on time, scope, and budget compliance.
Maintain awareness of regulatory changes in Mechanical Engineering and the AEC industry.
Supervise Healthcare Engineering Design delivery process, best practices, and coordinate with other disciplines.
Represent the firm through published articles, public speaking engagements, and industry event attendance.
Develop practice marketing materials and content in partnership with the marketing department.
Assist in the development of the annual business plan and budget, working with leadership to achieve key performance indicators.
Recruit, hire, and mentor a multidisciplinary team of engineers and designers, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Hold project team members accountable for technical excellence, delivery standards, and best practices.
Maintain strong relationships with healthcare providers, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
Lead the mechanical design for healthcare facility projects, including HVAC, plumbing, and medical gas systems.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance project delivery processes.
Oversee project timelines and budgets, ensuring on‑time and within‑budget delivery.
People and Practice Management – approximately 15% of time
Hire and lead a team of engineering project managers, designers, and Revit production team members.
Mentor a team of engineers and designers, fostering a culture of collaboration.
Identify and forecast staff needs and assignments based on projected workload and SME requirements.
Hold project team members accountable for technical excellence, delivery standards, and best practices.
Manage financial performance, quality control processes, and project delivery for Mechanical Engineering projects.
Project Design and Delivery – approximately 50% of time
Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders.
Develop detailed project plans, timelines, and resource allocations.
Work with PMs and SMEs on key projects to develop and deliver client drawings, specifications, presentations, reports, and other deliverables.
Lead the mechanical design for healthcare facility projects, including HVAC, plumbing, and medical gas systems.
Apply building engineering and project management knowledge while leading cross‑functional resources.
Apply strong engineering skills and knowledge to design and oversight of building projects.
Act as a QC reviewer on Health Sector Engineering projects.
Technical Leadership – approximately 10% of time
Maintain awareness of operational, technical, and regulatory changes within Mechanical Engineering and the AEC industry.
Assist in maintaining and updating Health Sector Engineering specifications, technical documentation, and standards.
Oversee Healthcare Engineering Design delivery process and best practices.
Provide oversight for Healthcare Engineering staff education and certification process.
Continuously strengthen skills and maintain current knowledge of technologies and trends impacting Stantec’s core service offerings and markets.
Your Capabilities and Credentials
Outstanding client service skills and leadership of practice members.
Exceptional leadership and people management skills.
15+ years of experience in project and team management within the healthcare sector.
Strong managerial skills, with ability to hire, engage, develop, and retain top‑tier talent.
Strong business acumen with ability to identify, develop, and map strategy, prepare, interpret, and manage budgets, and analyze business results.
Business development skills with ability to identify prospects, nurture key relationships, cross‑sell services, negotiate, and engage business.
Comprehensive understanding of building project components, project management, and delivery systems.
Ability to manage clients, projects, fees, scope, and teams to achieve budget, schedule, and deliverable objectives.
Strong knowledge of applicable codes and standards.
Deep technical understanding and working knowledge of building systems.
Strong knowledge of the Health Sector market externally.
Deep understanding of and ability to apply sustainable design principles within projects.
Outstanding consulting skills with a credible, engaging image in keeping with Stantec’s high service standards.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and polished public speaking skills.
Fundamental understanding of NFPA 99, ASHRAE 170, and the California Building and Energy Codes as they specifically apply to hospitals, ambulatory surgical centers, and medical office buildings.
Deep knowledge of healthcare plumbing, fuel oil systems, and medical gas systems.
Experience in identifying and managing items of risk that may occur on projects.
Ability to identify and manage potential unanticipated scope.
Strong problem‑solving skills, with a proactive and strategic mindset.
Dedication to apply sustainable design principles within projects while maintaining the process‑driven requirements of healthcare facilities.
Successful history of collaboration with contractors in various construction delivery processes such as Design‑Build, IPD, and Design Assist.
Possess a valid driver’s license with a good driving record.
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering
15+ years of related professional experience
Professional Engineering license required
Project Management Professional certification is a plus
LEED AP Credential preferred
Obtained ASHRAE Healthcare Facility Design Professional (HFDP) certification or similar specific to the engineering discipline
Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather. This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.
Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.
About Stantec Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future‑proofing our cities and infrastructure.
Pay Range
Locations in CO, HI, MD & Various CA, NJ Areas - Min Salary $137,300.00 - Max Salary $205,900.00
In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Pay ranges are provided for positions in required locations. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part‑time roles will be pro‑rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.
Benefits Summary Regular full‑time and part‑time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short‑term/long‑term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full‑time and part‑time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave.
Primary Location United States | CA | Sacramento
Organization BC‑2045 Buildings‑US California Engineering
Employee Status Regular
Travel Yes
Schedule Full time
Job Posting 19/06/2025 02:06:55
Req ID REQ250001SS
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.
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Principal, Healthcare Mechanical Engineering
role at
Stantec
Stantec’s Buildings team is on a mission to become the world’s leading integrated design practice. The collaborative culture, innovative approach, and sustainable design help us create buildings that matter worldwide.
In the Phoenix area, as a Principal, Healthcare Mechanical Engineering, you will bring deep knowledge and thought leadership that is client‑facing. You will lead the Stantec Health Sector Engineering practice, contribute to strategic and tactical leadership, build and grow the practice, and advance the overall engineering practice, team growth and development.
Your Key Responsibilities
Business Development/Marketing – approximately 25% of time
Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of healthcare projects, ensuring on time, scope, and budget compliance.
Maintain awareness of regulatory changes in Mechanical Engineering and the AEC industry.
Supervise Healthcare Engineering Design delivery process, best practices, and coordinate with other disciplines.
Represent the firm through published articles, public speaking engagements, and industry event attendance.
Develop practice marketing materials and content in partnership with the marketing department.
Assist in the development of the annual business plan and budget, working with leadership to achieve key performance indicators.
Recruit, hire, and mentor a multidisciplinary team of engineers and designers, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Hold project team members accountable for technical excellence, delivery standards, and best practices.
Maintain strong relationships with healthcare providers, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
Lead the mechanical design for healthcare facility projects, including HVAC, plumbing, and medical gas systems.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance project delivery processes.
Oversee project timelines and budgets, ensuring on‑time and within‑budget delivery.
People and Practice Management – approximately 15% of time
Hire and lead a team of engineering project managers, designers, and Revit production team members.
Mentor a team of engineers and designers, fostering a culture of collaboration.
Identify and forecast staff needs and assignments based on projected workload and SME requirements.
Hold project team members accountable for technical excellence, delivery standards, and best practices.
Manage financial performance, quality control processes, and project delivery for Mechanical Engineering projects.
Project Design and Delivery – approximately 50% of time
Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders.
Develop detailed project plans, timelines, and resource allocations.
Work with PMs and SMEs on key projects to develop and deliver client drawings, specifications, presentations, reports, and other deliverables.
Lead the mechanical design for healthcare facility projects, including HVAC, plumbing, and medical gas systems.
Apply building engineering and project management knowledge while leading cross‑functional resources.
Apply strong engineering skills and knowledge to design and oversight of building projects.
Act as a QC reviewer on Health Sector Engineering projects.
Technical Leadership – approximately 10% of time
Maintain awareness of operational, technical, and regulatory changes within Mechanical Engineering and the AEC industry.
Assist in maintaining and updating Health Sector Engineering specifications, technical documentation, and standards.
Oversee Healthcare Engineering Design delivery process and best practices.
Provide oversight for Healthcare Engineering staff education and certification process.
Continuously strengthen skills and maintain current knowledge of technologies and trends impacting Stantec’s core service offerings and markets.
Your Capabilities and Credentials
Outstanding client service skills and leadership of practice members.
Exceptional leadership and people management skills.
15+ years of experience in project and team management within the healthcare sector.
Strong managerial skills, with ability to hire, engage, develop, and retain top‑tier talent.
Strong business acumen with ability to identify, develop, and map strategy, prepare, interpret, and manage budgets, and analyze business results.
Business development skills with ability to identify prospects, nurture key relationships, cross‑sell services, negotiate, and engage business.
Comprehensive understanding of building project components, project management, and delivery systems.
Ability to manage clients, projects, fees, scope, and teams to achieve budget, schedule, and deliverable objectives.
Strong knowledge of applicable codes and standards.
Deep technical understanding and working knowledge of building systems.
Strong knowledge of the Health Sector market externally.
Deep understanding of and ability to apply sustainable design principles within projects.
Outstanding consulting skills with a credible, engaging image in keeping with Stantec’s high service standards.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and polished public speaking skills.
Fundamental understanding of NFPA 99, ASHRAE 170, and the California Building and Energy Codes as they specifically apply to hospitals, ambulatory surgical centers, and medical office buildings.
Deep knowledge of healthcare plumbing, fuel oil systems, and medical gas systems.
Experience in identifying and managing items of risk that may occur on projects.
Ability to identify and manage potential unanticipated scope.
Strong problem‑solving skills, with a proactive and strategic mindset.
Dedication to apply sustainable design principles within projects while maintaining the process‑driven requirements of healthcare facilities.
Successful history of collaboration with contractors in various construction delivery processes such as Design‑Build, IPD, and Design Assist.
Possess a valid driver’s license with a good driving record.
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering
15+ years of related professional experience
Professional Engineering license required
Project Management Professional certification is a plus
LEED AP Credential preferred
Obtained ASHRAE Healthcare Facility Design Professional (HFDP) certification or similar specific to the engineering discipline
Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather. This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.
Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.
About Stantec Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future‑proofing our cities and infrastructure.
Pay Range
Locations in CO, HI, MD & Various CA, NJ Areas - Min Salary $137,300.00 - Max Salary $205,900.00
In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Pay ranges are provided for positions in required locations. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part‑time roles will be pro‑rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.
Benefits Summary Regular full‑time and part‑time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short‑term/long‑term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full‑time and part‑time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave.
Primary Location United States | CA | Sacramento
Organization BC‑2045 Buildings‑US California Engineering
Employee Status Regular
Travel Yes
Schedule Full time
Job Posting 19/06/2025 02:06:55
Req ID REQ250001SS
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.
Seniority level Executive
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Education and Training
Industries Business Consulting and Services
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Stantec by 2x
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Sacramento, CA .
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